Low Nasal Bridge Overview
Learn About Low Nasal Bridge
A low nasal bridge is the flattening of the top part of the nose.
Saddle nose
Genetic diseases or infections may cause decreased growth of the bridge of nose.
A decrease in the height of the bridge of nose is best seen from a side view of the face.
Causes may include:
- Cleidocranial dysostosis
- Congenital syphilis
- Down syndrome
- Normal variation
- Other syndromes that are present at birth (congenital)
- Williams syndrome
Contact your health care provider if you have questions about the shape of your child's nose.
The provider will do a physical exam. The provider may ask questions about your child's family and medical history.
Laboratory studies may include:
- Chromosome studies
- Enzyme assays (blood tests to measure specific enzyme levels)
- Metabolic studies
- X-rays
Choctaw Nation Of Oklahoma
Mark Sehgal is an Otolaryngologist in Talihina, Oklahoma. Dr. Sehgal and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Nasal Bridge. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Laryngitis.
Etmc Physician Group, Inc.
Eric Reed is an Otolaryngologist in Pittsburg, Texas. Dr. Reed and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Nasal Bridge. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, and Low Nasal Bridge.
Ryan M Guillory MD PA
Ryan Guillory is an Otolaryngologist in Longview, Texas. Dr. Guillory and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Low Nasal Bridge. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, Myringotomy, and Gastrostomy.
Published Date: February 17, 2024
Published By: Charles I. Schwartz, MD, FAAP, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, General Pediatrician at PennCare for Kids, Phoenixville, PA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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